Recite numbers forward and backward from any given number between 1 and 120.
TEKS 1.5A provides a clear foundation for continued study of Count forward/backward 1–120 in future grades.
In Mathematics, 1.5A defines what success looks like for Count forward/backward 1–120—from core skills to real‑world use.
Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 1.5A.
Standard 1.5A describes the essential skills and understandings for Count forward/backward 1–120 in Grade 1. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.
Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 1.5A.
Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 1.5A.
